Hexnode is a cloud-hosted SaaS platform — there is no on-premises deployment option. Setup begins with creating an account and configuring the admin console, which includes setting up device groups, admin roles, and integration with identity providers (Active Directory, Azure AD, Okta, Google Workspace).
The initial configuration is straightforward and can typically be completed in a single day for organizations with clear device group structures and existing directory services. The 14-day trial covers full functionality, so the initial setup can serve as both evaluation and pre-production configuration if the organization proceeds to purchase.
Device enrollment varies by platform. iOS devices can be enrolled through Apple Business Manager for zero-touch deployment or via manual enrollment using a profile download link. Android enrollment supports Android Enterprise with zero-touch enrollment, Samsung Knox Mobile Enrollment, and QR code-based enrollment.
Windows enrollment supports Windows Autopilot (at Ultimate tier and above) and manual enrollment. macOS enrollment works through Apple Business Manager or manual profile installation. For kiosk devices, Hexnode supports dedicated device enrollment workflows that apply kiosk policies during the enrollment process, so devices can be deployed directly into kiosk mode without intermediate manual configuration steps.